1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Violet | 206 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
